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American Rheinmetall Vehicles, LLC

Job Description

Title: Production Team Lead Reports To: Production Supervisor

Department: Production FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

The Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations and providing frontline leadership within a designated production area at American Rheinmetall. This hands-on role combines team coordination with active participation in production tasks including welding, machining, and cutting. The Team Lead supports production goals, ensures adherence to safety and quality standards, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement. This position reports directly to the Production Supervisor.

Essential Functions:

+ Lead and support production staff by providing direction, on-the-job training, and technical guidance to ensure daily objectives are met.

+ Collaborate with the Production Supervisor to plan and schedule work, allocate labor resources, and address production bottlenecks.

+ Ensure production operations are completed on time and meet quality standards by actively participating in and monitoring daily workflow.

+ Promote and enforce standardized work practices, safe operations, and clean, organized work areas.

+ Assist in the operation of key equipment such as saws, break press, waterjet, laser and welding machines; ensure team members are cross-trained.

+ Leverage welding and shop experience to troubleshoot production issues and support team development.

+ Recommend improvements to processes, equipment utilization, and layout to enhance efficiency and safety.

+ Contribute to development and maintenance of a skills matrix and support continuous improvement initiatives.

+ Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and quality systems including AS9100 and ISO 14001.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Provides day-to-day leadership to team members within the production area but does not have direct hire/fire authority.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Working knowledge of welding and fab shop processes preferred

+ Familiarity with lean manufacturing and standardized work practices

+ Ability to read and interpret production drawings, schedules, and technical instructions

+ Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Excel, ERP systems)

+ Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

+ Exceptional oral and written communication skills

+ Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment

+ Knowledge of or ability to learn AS9100 and ISO 14001 standards

Education:

High school diploma or GED required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

At least 5 years of relevant manufacturing experience, including hands-on welding. Previous leadership or team lead experience strongly preferred.

Background Prerequisites:

Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, and controlled substance testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience leading teams in a manufacturing or production environment

+ Welding certifications or formal training

+ Familiarity with ERP or manufacturing execution systems (MES)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

With or without reasonable accommodations, this role requires the ability to:

+ Frequently: Stand, walk, lift/move materials (up to 25 lbs), and use hands to handle or operate machinery

+ Occasionally: Sit, lift up to 50 pounds

+ Continuously: Engage in collaborative team communication and active floor oversight

+ Exposure to shop floor noise, moving equipment, and other typical manufacturing hazards

+ Required use of PPE (personal protective equipment) as dictated by company policy

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.